Program Overview

Institute of Applied Agriculture

The Institute of Applied Agriculture at the University of Maryland offers a range of programs for students interested in agriculture and natural resources.

Programs

• Undergraduate programs:
  • Agricultural Business Management
  • Agricultural Leadership & Communication
  • Sustainable Food Systems
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Ornamental Horticulture
  • Landscape Management
  • Golf Course Management
  • Turfgrass Management
  • Sports Turf Management
  • Add-On Certificate
• Agriculture Forward programs:
  • Advising
  • Agriculture & Resource Economics
  • Animal & Avian Sciences
  • Environmental Science & Policy
  • Environmental Science & Technology
  • Plant Science & Landscape Architecture

Landscape Management

The Landscape Management specialization provides training in basic botany, landscape construction and maintenance, plant, weed, and insect identification, business and personnel management, computer applications, and more. Landscaping companies do over $217.5 million in business in Maryland, and jobs are plentiful.

Benefits of the Program

• In-depth courses about turfgrasses, ornamentals, soils, fertilizers, pesticides, etc.
• Management education is directed toward the landscaping profession.
• Hands-on learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Networking with industry professionals.
• An affordable education supported with scholarships and financial aid.
• The rich resources of the University of Maryland.
• An academic community with small class sizes and supportive advising.

2-Year Plan for Landscape Management

A 2-year plan is available for students in the Landscape Management program.

University Policies

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.